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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · 4d

🌈 Moment of the week 🔴
Even with the most colorful math tools in sight, my TK crew stayed focused and soared through our sorting activity. Joyful learning, powered by self-control! 💛 #TKMagic #EduSky

Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · 4d

🍎 Early Childhood Educators in Las Vegas, this session is for you!

🖍️ Session: "From Crayons to Copilot"
🗓️ October 18
⏰ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

💡 Innovation starts with imagination, not just a tool. This is the future of early learning, don't miss out! ✨

#TKMagic #NVSIDE @carrific.bsky.social

Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · 12d

🐻 Moment of the Week 🛶✨ In a small group, my TK students stacked 39 bears on their aluminum boat before it sank and they counted every one with joy! TK magic in action. 💛 #TKMagic #EduSky

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · 19d

✨Moment of the Week✨ The look of pure dedication on each TK face as they made their mark 🎨🖊️ just like Vashti in The Dot 📄 turning blank pages into bold art🌟 Every masterpiece proudly signed with their name = ownership + joy 🧡 #TKMagic #InternationalDotDay #creativity #EduSky

Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · 26d

🤗 Moment of the week: one of my student’s LEGO lollipop during Discovery Time stole the spotlight! 🍭🧱Design thinking, fine motor skills, and joyful expression in one sweet build. #HandsOnJoy #TKMagic #EduSky

Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Sep 6

🌟 My moment of the week: Thrilled to launch into ✨2026✨ with educators from across the 🇺🇸 at #FETC in Orlando! 🎤 Grateful for the opportunity to share, influence, and grow 🌱📚 From TK roots in California to nationwide connections—let’s make magic! 🪄 #TKMagic #EduSky

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Sep 1

🎉 Exciting news! I’ll be presenting at the 2025 NVSIDE Technology Conference in Las Vegas! 🖍️ My session: From Crayons to Copilot: Introducing AI in Early Childhood Education. Can’t wait to share how AI is transforming our youngest learners’ classrooms. #NVSIDE #NVSIDE25 #EduSky

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Aug 30

Moment of the week 🛰️ Sometimes the universe sends exactly what you need, complete with realia that made it all feel real. “To infinity and beyond” 🚀✨Yes, Buzz Lightyear was there in full action-figure glory. Loud, proud, and perfectly timed. 💫 #TKMagic #edusky

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Aug 22

Moment of the Week 🌱🦋 We’re only on day 10, but I realized our caterpillar isn’t the only one growing—our TK learners are blossoming right alongside it. Growth is beautiful. 🍃 #TKMagic #EduSky

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Aug 15

This moment says it all 💕🖍️✨ Back to School Night reminded me why I love TK — joy, wonder, and the warmth of our new community 🧸 #TKMagic #EduSky

Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Aug 12

My new chapter starts today! 📖✨ 1st day of TK! 🎒🌟🍎 Ready for all the smiles, learning, and magic ahead! 💫📚 #TKMagic #YourStoryAtWVUSD #EduSky

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Aug 9

💙 Excited to begin my new role serving our youngest learners in @WVUSD_Tweet as a TK teacher! 🌟 I look forward to inspiring as a positive male role model, learning + growing w/my fellow educators, & working together to make every child’s story a success! 📚🌱#YourStoryAtWVUSD #EduSky

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Aug 8

Magic is waiting in Transitional Kindergarten ✨🖍️ — in every crayon stroke 🎨, every curious question ❓, and every joyful ‘aha!’ 🤩 Here’s to a new year filled with wonder 🌈, growth 🌱, and unforgettable firsts 📚✏️ Let’s make it magical! 🍎💫 #BackToSchool #TKMagic #EduSky

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Jul 21

✨ Grateful for the opportunity to begin a new chapter — honoring the past 📸, embracing the present 🖍️, and building a purposeful future 🌱, one young learner at a time 🧸 #KeepMovingForward #MotivationMonday #EduSky

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Jul 19

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Jul 19

There’s something magical ✨ about the power of human connection 🤝. When you’re surrounded by positivity 💫 and authentic people 🫶, inspiration flows. LDI in Sacramento left me feeling seen 👀, uplifted 💛, and ready to build something new 💡. Excited for what’s ahead this school year! 📚🚀 #edusky

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Jul 19

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Jul 19

I met Holly Clark on day 2 of LDI!! 🥳 #bettertogether #EduSky @cueinc.bsky.social @schoolai.com @hollyclarkedu.bsky.social

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Jul 19

Day 1 of LDI was FANTASTIC!! 🤩 #bettertogether #EduSky @cueinc.bsky.social @carrific.bsky.social

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Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Jul 17

🤩 Thrilled to be attending the @cueinc.bsky.social Leadership Development Institute this week in Sacramento! ✈️ Ready to grow, connect, and lead with purpose as we shape the future of education. 🌟 #EdLeadership #CUEmmunity #KeepMovingForward #EduSky

Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Jul 1

Thank you LAUSD for a year filled with learning 📚, growth 🌱, and meaningful connections 🤝. As I begin a new chapter in another district, I’ll always cherish this special part of my early childhood education journey 🧸✨. Grateful for all the support and inspiration along the way! 💜 #EduSky

Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Jun 25

Wrapped my first year as a TK teacher—and of course I brought some #EdTech magic with me! Can’t wait to share how our littles lit up the classroom with AI. The joy, the voice, the curiosity… get ready for even more next year! 💡🤖✨ #AIinEDU #EarlyLearning #EduSky

Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Jun 13

I know what I'm exploring this summer! ☀️

@adobeexpress.adobe.com Generative AI inside @wakelet.bsky.social

Thank you @annkozma723.bsky.social

Brian Lopez @hellomrlopez.com · Mar 15

Ready to inspire, empower, and transform with educators in beautiful Palm Springs, CA! 🌴✨ Don't miss our #SpringCUE session on Utilizing AI with English Learners—packed with innovative ideas to elevate teaching. Let’s make an impact together! 🚀🎉 #EduSky @cueinc.bsky.social @sgvcue.bsky.social

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